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Canon has released a firmware update version 1.0.7 for its EOS 50D digital SLR. This new update “corrects the magenta cast that can appear on images in specific shooting modes. It also fixes incorrect indications on the Arabic, Romanian, Spanish and Ukrainian menu screens.” You’ll be able to download the update directly from Canon’s official website starting today. [dpreview]
Nikon has announced a new addition to its DSLR family with the introduction of D3000. Some of the cool features this new entry-level DSLR offers include a 10.2-megapixel DX sensor, a 3-inch LCD, 11-point auto-focus, continuous shooting at 3fps with full resolution and an automatic dust-reduction system. The D3000 will ship with an image-stabilized AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 VR lens for $600 in the late August. More
JVC will release the Everio GZ-HM400 Full HD camcorder in August 2009 for around $1150. The video recorder features a 10.3-megapixel CMOS sensor, a 2.8-inch LCD display, a 32GB internal memory, a SDHC memory card slot, Konica Minolta HD Lens with a 10x Optical zoom, an HDMI output, and iTunes and YouTube support. The GZ-HM400 also adopts K2 technology for a better audio. The camera is able to record around 3-hours of video in full HD resolution. [Akihabara]
Kodak has added a new member to its Z-Series line-up in the form of Easyshare Z950. This new point-and-shoot camera sports a 12-megapixel sensor, 10x image stabilized Schneider-Kreuznach Variogon optical zoom lens, a 3-inch LCD, Kodak’s Smart Capture feature, Fast click-to-capture speed (< 0.3 sec.) and stunning HD picture and video capture. The Kodak Easyshare Z950 will be on sale starting in August for $279.99. [Press Release]
Kodak has recently announced the new Zi8 HD ultra-portable camcorder, which is a successor to the Zi6 and the Zx1. The Zi8 features a larger 2.5-inch LCD with a face recognition, an image stabilization, and a 1080p HD recording. Users can also upload pictures directly to YouTube and Facebook. In addition, the camcorder has a flip-out USB arm for connection to a computer. Available in blue, red, and black, the Kodak Zi8 will be released in September 2009 for $179. [Gizmodo]
Featuring a futuristic-design, Panasonic’s latest Lumix DMC-FP8 digital camera boasts a stylish flat body built of high-quality aluminum. This compact camera comes equipped with a 12.1-magapixel CCD sensor, a high-quality 28mm wide-angle lens with 4.6x optical zoom and a 2.7-inch TFT LCD display. Other advanced features include high-speed Auto Focus (AF), POWER Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.), Panasonic’s Intelligent Auto (iA) and HD movies (records dynamic HD movies in 1280 x 720 resolution at 30fps) with VIERA Link Networking. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 will hit stores in September for $299.95. [Prnewswire via Today Gadgets]
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